This poem/song has been included in "Ballard and Bards"- An International Anthology from Poesies – 2019 Series
Oh, what’s happening to the world of youngsters?
oh, what has Hi- tech done to them?
neither time for play, nor the time to read
or for a little chat, face to face!
Mono-syllable’s, all I get from them
even as they're glued to their smart friends
the cell phones, tablets or headphones...
No wonder, they've turned couch potatoes
soccer, tennis, all games played indoors
the running and jumping, the skating and diving
all done with, little, deft fingers! (Oh what's)
Call it ravings, rantings of an old man
one who has, long gone, over the hill
yet, if you take a cue, and make little amends-
You will find life more fun!
spend more time with 'real' people
and less time with your gadget friends
more time outdoors, more time under the sun
is what will make your life worthwhile! (Oh what's)
A nice message to the youngsters.
ReplyDeleteThank you Abhishek!
DeleteYoungsters today love their virtual reality.
ReplyDeleteYes, they have also become helpless and totally dependent.
ReplyDeleteI'm not surprised though. There's just so much happening in the field of tech and there's so much catching up to do. :)
ReplyDeleteTrue.. Thank you for sharing your thought.
ReplyDeleteSo true! There's so many new devices developed each day and the way they are introduced, the kids get caught up so easily! Moreover, even parents these days seem glued to their phones, then how can we blame the child alone?! Parents need to participate too by taking them outdoors and developing an interest in the children from a young age. They need to do their part, introduce a balance.
ReplyDeleteCan't agree with you more. Parents can and should guide the children towards healthier activities outdoor. As for those who have already become teenagers, perhaps they can heed the advice in the poem...
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